1970-1981 Camaro/Firebird Part 1 - Detroit Speed Subframe Connectors Install

Watch Detroit Speed Fabricator Aaron Elenbaum install Subframe Connectors on the Detroit Speed 1970 Camaro Test Car.
Our uniquely designed Detroit Speed weld-in subframe connectors increase your car's stiffness by connecting the front subframe to the rear frame rails. Our subframe connectors are fabricated from 2" x 3" x 0.120" wall rectangular steel tubing. Laser cut brackets are included that attach the rear of the subframe to the connector for an easy, strong, and simple welded joint. Unlike others, the Detroit Speed subframe connectors are barely visible from underneath the car. The rear of the connector is tapered to attach to the rear frame rails and also has a laser cut slot that conforms to the rear seat floor pan. The connectors are bent and TIG welded in a fixture for accuracy and repeatability. Our subframe connectors do not interfere with seat attachment hardware or the installation and removal of the rear leaf spring pocket. Can be installed on convertibles. Additionally, the molded factory carpet will still fit over the subframe connectors. Our weld-in connectors are supplied with templates, pictures, and detailed instructions for installation.
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www.detroitspeed.com/1970-198...

[@michaelgreen7028]

Very nice. My friend and I figured out standard 2”x3” mild steel box tubing fits right into the factory subframe opening and can be tapered into the rear frame sheet metal, cutting the floor pan for a tight fit, over 20 years ago. We’ve done several like this.

[@sampson7941]

Would like to see more detail of how it ties into the rear frame rail

[@kitvexed8229]

easily the most involved connectors on the market...

[@177SCmaro]

And probably the strongest.

[@TheReinoPaasonen]

How is it possible at the video quality is same as watching 90`s home videos?

[@brock007football]

Wow. You spend all that time tig welding those brackets on only to spot weld them to the subframe??

[@danielvrana9444]

WOW I QUESTION THEM WELDS!!!

[@mikerecords5530]

So I'm assuming that solid body mounts were installed. If not your going to stress and crack the floor eventually.

[@TheRoadhammer379]

bullshit. Foxbody mustang drag cars would call bullshit on your comment

[@barrykilts4506]

I don’t get it,why not use a 4x4 or 4x6 what ever it takes and run it inside the frame on one side and over on the other side and when that’s done lay a clamp or screw a flat piece of metal on two sides there by making it stronger yet and no chance of flexing or moving.even on the inside I’d like to lay metal over and out the sides to spread the load.i don’t think it’s any more work.well this is just me thinking about my project using yours for visual idea’s.thanks.it does look nice when finished

[@ToriL97]

Am I mistaken or did you guys weld the SFC to the bolt in front subframe that these cars have? If so, doesn't that ruin the whole point of a bolt in front section?

[@kpb711]

Probably ok if you plan on throwing away the car if it crashes

[@TheReinoPaasonen]

I think is wierd, whai if you need the align it or replace it some day. Allso, did you noticed how carefully he tig weld the joint pieces on the connectors, and the just one mig seam each side to subfeame😅

[@kpb711]

@@TheReinoPaasonen yeah dse makes some cool stuff but why not make this a weld in / bolt to sub frame kit.

[@tadwiltman4875]

@@kpb711 because that isn't the strongest way to put them in. If one needs to take the subframe out, just cut where the weld is with a thin cutoff wheel. That will leave about a .035-.045" gap, perfect for welding back in

[@kpb711]

@@tadwiltman4875 nah

[@sungear]

Ditch the music

[@levans9257]

How do you put spots of welds and call it good? Im cert 3x. Just curious.....

[@damnbigstoned420]

Lot to work.. junk…. Hotchiks better or GenV